1992 Renault 19 vs. 1990 Volvo 440
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volvo 440 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 93 kg more than 1990 Volvo 440.
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 (181 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volvo 440. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 1990 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 19 | 440 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
