1988 Renault 19 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 454 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1394 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
