1996 Renault 19 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 16 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 976 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault 19 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 19 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 2121 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1834 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
