2007 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 710 kg more than 1993 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, 2007 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Grand Scenic | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Express |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
