1997 Xedos 6 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1997 Xedos 6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Xedos 6 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Xedos 6 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Xedos | Renault |
| Model | 6 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
