1994 Renault 19 vs. 1998 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 4 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 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault 19 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. 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, 1994 Renault 19 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Gol. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 1998 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Gol |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
