2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 622 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 GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan GT-R | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | GT-R | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3799 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2590 mm |
