1989 Renault 19 vs. 2012 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2012 Kia Sportage is newer by 23 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sportage weights approximately 480 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, 2012 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19. 2012 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1989 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1989 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 19 | 2012 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Renault | Kia |
| Model | 19 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1636 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 58 L |
