1993 Renault 19 vs. 1999 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 1999 Toyota Vitz 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Vitz (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Vitz weights approximately 40 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 1999 Toyota Vitz is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Vitz will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Vitz (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Vitz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 19 | 1999 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
