2007 Land Rover Defender vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Defender 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1993 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Land Rover Defender | 1993 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Renault |
| Model | Defender | 19 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
