1994 Renault Express vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 19 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 223 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, 2013 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Express | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Express | 2 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2489 mm |
