1991 Ford Taurus vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,512 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Taurus weights approximately 210 kg more than 1992 Renault 19.
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, 1991 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Taurus | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taurus | 19 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2512 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
