1994 Renault 19 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 75 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, 1994 Renault 19 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
