2001 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1990 Renault 19
To start off, 2001 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Renault 19 would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1990 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault 19.
Because 2001 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti Veyron | 1990 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Bugatti | Renault |
| Model | Veyron | 19 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
