1993 Renault Express vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 20 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Versa (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Versa weights approximately 304 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Nissan Versa (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Express | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Versa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
