1988 Renault 19 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 11 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 259 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
