1989 Renault 19 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 183 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 19 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1148 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 50 L |
