1988 Renault 19 vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 290 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 Volvo S40 (177 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 19 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
