2006 Citroen C2 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2006 Citroen C2 is newer by 18 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (88 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C2. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C2. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C2 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2560 mm |
