2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 769 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Vanquish | 19 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
