2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault 19 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault 19 weights approximately 128 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault 19 (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | 19 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1017 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
