1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 11 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (302 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 578 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 1999 Holden Berlina 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 1999 Holden Berlina. 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Berlina | 19 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
