1992 Renault 19 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 13 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (90 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 500 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.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
