1994 Renault Express vs. 2011 Chevrolet Matiz
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Matiz is newer by 17 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Matiz should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Express weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz.
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, 1994 Renault Express (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz. (71 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Express | 2011 Chevrolet Matiz | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
