2009 Ford Focus vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 21 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 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 249 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, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 19 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
