1988 Renault 19 vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 14 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 780 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 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3270 mm |
