1996 Italdesign Nazca vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 1996 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 2 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 180 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca 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 1996 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1996 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Italdesign Nazca | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Italdesign | Renault |
| Model | Nazca | Express |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
