1994 Renault Express vs. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 493 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, 2011 Chevrolet Nubira (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Express | 2011 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| 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 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
