1988 Renault 19 vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 595 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, 2007 Toyota Avensis (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 18.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
