2002 Lada Samara II vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II is newer by 14 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Samara II | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | Samara II | 19 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
