1994 Renault 19 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 15 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 19 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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1209 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
