1989 Renault 19 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 21 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 309 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |
