1988 Renault 19 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 18 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 266 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Renault 19 | 2006 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 19 | Touran |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1763 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1052 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2680 mm |