1990 Renault 19 vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1990 Renault 19 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 30 kg more than 1990 Renault 19.
Because 1976 Toyota Celica 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 1976 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1976 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 19 | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
