2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (91 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1121 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Land Rover Defender | 1988 Renault 19 | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Defender | 19 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 38 L |