1992 Renault 19 vs. 1987 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (63 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Jetta. (97 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 1987 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
