1988 Renault 19 vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 16 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 510 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19. 2004 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
