1988 Renault 19 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 20 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 493 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
