2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 614 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 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19. 2000 Buick LaCrosse 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 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | LaCrosse | 19 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
