2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 13 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 186 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Sunfire | 19 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
