1988 Renault 19 vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Rover 400 is newer by 9 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Rover 400 weights approximately 124 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, 1997 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 19 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
