1989 Chrysler TC vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, both 1989 Chrysler TC and 1989 Renault 19 were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler TC (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chrysler TC weights approximately 464 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chrysler TC | 1989 Renault 19 | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | TC | 19 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2560 mm |