1990 Dodge Colt vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Dodge Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt.
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, 1990 Dodge Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Dodge Colt | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Colt | 19 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
