1993 Renault 19 vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 1993 Renault 19 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 205 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.
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, 1988 Renault 25 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 19 | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 19 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
