1995 Renault 19 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 455 kg more than 1995 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault 19 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 19 | Golf |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |