1999 Proton 400 vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1999 Proton 400 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton 400 (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Renault 19 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Proton 400.
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, 1989 Renault 19 (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton 400. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Proton 400 | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Proton | Renault |
| Model | 400 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
