1988 Renault 19 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 22 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 286 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 19 | A |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
