2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 16 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 3,458 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 664 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (305 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Colorado | 19 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2560 mm |
