1995 Renault 19 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 16 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1162 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault 19 | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | 19 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1792 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84.2 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 | 1145 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
