1988 Renault 19 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 976 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.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 19 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
