2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 16 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1993 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 309 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Express. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | CR-V | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
