1989 Pontiac 6000 vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Renault 19 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac 6000 (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1995 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 Pontiac 6000 (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19. 1989 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1995 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac 6000 | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | 6000 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
