2008 Nissan Note vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 14 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), 2008 Nissan Note is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Note (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Note should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Note weights approximately 362 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, 2008 Nissan Note (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Note | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Note | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |
