1993 Renault 19 vs. 1998 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1998 Toyota Avensis is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Avensis (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 340 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, 1998 Toyota Avensis (204 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 19 | 1998 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
