2008 Toyota Tacoma vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1641 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.
Because 2008 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (107 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Toyota Tacoma | 1988 Renault 19 | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Tacoma | 19 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2694 cc | 1388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2581 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |