1992 Renault 19 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
