1988 Renault 19 vs. 1999 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Passat (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 564 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.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Passat (316 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
