1994 Renault Express vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 864 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.
Because 2011 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Express, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Renault Express | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Express | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3250 mm |