1992 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 495 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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, 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Trans Sport | 19 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
