1989 Renault 19 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 1260 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 Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 Transporter | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Transporter |
| 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 | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
