1992 Renault 19 vs. 2012 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2012 Seat Exeo is newer by 20 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), 2012 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Exeo (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Exeo weights approximately 210 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, 2012 Seat Exeo (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Renault 19 | 2012 Seat Exeo | |
Make | Renault | Seat |
Model | 19 | Exeo |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1772 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2642 mm |