2005 Kia Carens vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 17 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Kia Carens. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 288 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
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, 2005 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Carens | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Carens | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
