2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Renault 19. (80 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1768 kg more than 1993 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1993 Renault 19 | |
Make | Land Rover | Renault |
Model | Defender | 19 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |