1989 Renault 19 vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica weights approximately 215 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, 1996 Toyota Celica (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 19 | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 75 L |
