2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1994 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C4 | 1994 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | C4 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
