1994 Renault Express vs. 2012 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2012 Ford Bantam is newer by 18 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), 2012 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Bantam weights approximately 164 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, 2012 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Express | 2012 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Express | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
