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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 150 kg more than 1992 Renault 19.
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 (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (110 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 | 1390 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
