1992 Renault 19 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 675 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 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 19 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
