2009 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 13 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 175 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Focus (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Focus | 19 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 55 L |
