2003 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 7 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 5,316 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 1009 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, 2003 Chevrolet SSR (449 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet SSR | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | SSR | 19 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5316 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2154 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
