1994 Renault 19 vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 85 kg more than 1994 Renault 19.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19. 1997 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1994 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
