1994 Renault 19 vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1994 Renault 19 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 19 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1974 Skoda 110 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Skoda 110 L is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Skoda 110 L. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Renault 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | 19 | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.9 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |
