1988 Renault 19 vs. 1998 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 10 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 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 380 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 19 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
