1994 Renault 19 vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 19 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 728 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 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | 19 | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2774 mm |
