1992 Renault 19 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 17 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), 2009 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 279 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
