1994 Renault Express vs. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 16 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (156 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt weights approximately 441 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, 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt (203 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Express | 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Cobalt |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
