1988 Renault 19 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 23 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 985 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 19 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1981 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
