2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 12 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 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Impala | 19 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
