1988 Renault 19 vs. 1993 Xedos 6
To start off, 1993 Xedos 6 is newer by 5 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Xedos 6 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Xedos 6 weights approximately 199 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, 1993 Xedos 6 (170 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 1993 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Renault | Xedos |
| Model | 19 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
