1988 Renault 19 vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 8 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 95 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, 1996 Suzuki Baleno (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 19 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
