1970 Porsche 914 vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,677 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Porsche 914.
Because 1970 Porsche 914 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 1970 Porsche 914. 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, 1970 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Porsche 914 | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 914 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1677 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
