1992 Renault 19 vs. 1993 Volvo 460
To start off, 1993 Volvo 460 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 460 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 460 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1993 Volvo 460.
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, 1993 Volvo 460 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Renault 19 | 1993 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | 19 | 460 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.1:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
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 | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |