1998 Chevrolet Express vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Express is newer by 10 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1390 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.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Express | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Express | 19 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2550 mm |
