1994 Renault 19 vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1994 Renault 19. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 328 kg more than 1994 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 19. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault 19 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 19 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
