1988 Renault 19 vs. 1985 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Toyota Camry weights approximately 28 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 1985 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1763 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1052 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
