1988 Renault 19 vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 24 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 839 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Renault | Audi |
| Model | 19 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
