1992 Renault 19 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 15 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 99 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, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1096 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
