2000 Acura TL vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2000 Acura TL is newer by 12 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 570 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, 2000 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19. 2000 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TL | 19 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
