1989 Renault 19 vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 9 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 64 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio.
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 Renault 19 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 19 | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 19 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 50 L |
