1994 Renault Express vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 125 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 654 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 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Renault Express | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Express | Forester |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 79 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2616 mm |