1989 Renault 19 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 356 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 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 19 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |
