1993 Renault 19 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 11 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 119 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touran (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 19 | 2004 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Touran |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
