1989 Renault 19 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 24 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (92 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 930 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.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19. 2013 Toyota Highlander 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. 2013 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Renault 19 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 73 L |
