2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 19 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 292 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.
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 Citroen C4 (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
