1988 Renault 19 vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 1988 Renault 19 and 1988 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (79 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1988 Renault 19 (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Renault 19 | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 19 | Golf |
Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 107 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |