1992 Renault 19 vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 740 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 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (181 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 19 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
