2007 Nissan Note vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 Nissan Note is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (90 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Note weights approximately 146 kg more than 1992 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 Nissan Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Note | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Note | 19 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 55 L |
