1981 BMW 520 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Renault 19 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 520 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 BMW 520 (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 520 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
Make | BMW | Renault |
Model | 520 | 19 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |