1993 Renault 19 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 20 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (328 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1125 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (441 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault 19 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Renault | Porsche |
| Model | 19 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2895 mm |
