1989 Renault 19 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 459 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 Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1948 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4557 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |
