1993 Renault Express vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (530 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 485 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1993 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Porsche 911 (699 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express. 2012 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Express | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Renault | Porsche |
Model | Express | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |