2008 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 20 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 1,763 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Grand Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 413 kg more than 1988 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, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Renault Grand Scenic | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Grand Scenic | 19 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2560 mm |
