2007 Acura TSX vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 Acura TSX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TSX (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1993 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, 2007 Acura TSX (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura TSX | 1993 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | TSX | 19 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
