1988 Renault 19 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 21 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (350 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1245 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.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (439 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
