1957 Packard Patrician vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 970 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Packard Patrician 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 1957 Packard Patrician. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Packard Patrician | 1992 Renault 19 | |
Make | Packard | Renault |
Model | Patrician | 19 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6135 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 549 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |