1988 Renault 19 vs. 2009 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 107 is newer by 21 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 107. (54 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 107. 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, 1988 Renault 19 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 107. (130 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2009 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Renault | Peugeot |
| Model | 19 | 107 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2340 mm |
