1996 Renault 19 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo (175 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault 19 | 2012 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | 19 | Polo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1088 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |