1994 Renault Express vs. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti (108 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti weights approximately 435 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, 2009 Daewoo Lacetti (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Express has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Express will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Daewoo Lacetti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Express | 2009 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Renault | Daewoo |
| Model | Express | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1597 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 |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
