1988 Renault 19 vs. 1970 Volkswagen 411
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 411 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Volkswagen 411 (80 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Volkswagen 411 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 411 weights approximately 92 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 1970 Volkswagen 411 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 Volkswagen 411. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Volkswagen 411 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 1970 Volkswagen 411 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | 411 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
