1990 Renault 19 vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Renault 19 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Renault Clio. 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, 1990 Renault 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Clio. (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Renault 19 | 1998 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 19 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
