2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 468 kg more than 1996 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Lumina | 19 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
