1990 Ford Mustang vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 1994 Renault 19 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Ford Mustang. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Mustang weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Renault 19.
Because 1990 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Mustang | 1994 Renault 19 | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | 19 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 1764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |