1989 Renault 19 vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2003 Volvo S40 is newer by 14 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 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo S40 (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo S40 weights approximately 420 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, 2003 Volvo S40 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 19 | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 19 | S40 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 62 L |
