1988 Renault 19 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 340 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 19 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
