1992 Renault 19 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Equator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (166 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | 19 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
