1994 Renault 19 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 16 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 655 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Captiva (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Captiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 2010 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 19 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
