1993 Renault 19 vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 6 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 450 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, 1999 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 19 | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | 19 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
