1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 19 would be higher. At 3,349 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 223 kg more than 1993 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1993 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Camaro | 19 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3349 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
