1993 Renault 19 vs. 1979 Buick Century
To start off, 1993 Renault 19 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 490 kg more than 1993 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Buick Century 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 1979 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1979 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 19 | 1979 Buick Century | |
| Make | Renault | Buick |
| Model | 19 | Century |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 3213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
