1992 Renault 19 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 19 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 229 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
