1988 Renault 19 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 444 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19. 2008 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
