1989 Renault 19 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 1999 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 495 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.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 19 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 19 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
