2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier is newer by 15 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1496 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 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Frontier | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2316 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2590 mm |
