1988 Renault 19 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 25 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 3,696 cc (24 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 876 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 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M 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, 2013 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Renault 19 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
Make | Renault | Infiniti |
Model | 19 | M |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 24 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1515 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |