1994 Renault Express vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1994 Renault Express is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Astra (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 20 kg more than 1994 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, 1984 Vauxhall Astra (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Express | 1984 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Express | Astra |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
