1996 Renault 19 vs. 2001 Toyota BB
To start off, 2001 Toyota BB is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota BB (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota BB should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 150 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault 19 | 2001 Toyota BB | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | 19 | BB |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
