1995 Ford Fairlane vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1995 Ford Fairlane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Fairlane (206 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 484 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Ford Fairlane (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Fairlane | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fairlane | 19 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2680 mm |
