1989 Renault 19 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 22 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 388 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 19 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 19 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1353 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 55 L |
