1996 Renault 19 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 14 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 116 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault 19 | 2010 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | 19 | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
