2009 Mazda 6 vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 6 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1991 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 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 6 | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2590 mm |
