1992 Renault 19 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 18 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1367 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, 2010 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 19 | Passat |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |