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Renault 19 Europa 1.6i (90 Hp)
Overall Rating
Renault 19:
The Renault 19 is a small family car that was produced by the French car manufacturer Renault between 1988 and 1996. In Turkey and in Argentina, production continued until 2000. The internal development code for the 19 was X53, with the five door receiving the B53 chassis code, the three door being the C53, the Chamade the L53, and the Cabriolet the D53.
The R19 was presented in June 1988, with sales in the domestic French market beginning in September 1988. It was the replacement for the 9 and 11, both of which were ageing and outdated by the end of the 1980s. The R19 went on sale in right hand drive form for the British market in February 1989....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Europa Overview:
Renault 19 (Europa). With 131 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.5 l/100km). Weighing only 965 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14.8 s). The top speed reaches 187 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Renault 19 Europa was produced before Euro NCAP testing became widespread, and this specific generation was not officially tested. Safety features are basic by modern standards.
1.6i (90 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Despite a significant power increase to 90 Hp, the listed acceleration remains modest, suggesting it's more about relaxed cruising than outright speed.
Fuel Economy
Achieves the same combined fuel economy as the less powerful 1.4i, making it a more efficient choice per horsepower for mixed driving.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Economical and reliable engine options for daily use.
- • Practical hatchback body style with good cargo capacity.
- • Affordable to purchase and maintain.
- • Comfortable ride for its class.
Cons:
- • Outdated safety features by modern standards.
- • Modest performance, especially with the base engine.
- • Interior design and materials are basic.
- • Lack of modern amenities and technology.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Chamade (L53) (facelift 1992): 1992 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | 19 |
| Generation: | Europa |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6i (90 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 2000 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 90 Hp @ 5250 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 56.3 Hp/l [86mm less] |
| Torque: | 131 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | C3L More details about the engine C3L |
| Engine displacement: | 1598 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 79.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 187 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.7 kg/Hp, 93.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.4 kg/Nm, 135.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 14.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 965 |
| Max. weight: | 1420 |
| Max load: | 455 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 865 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 386 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4162 mm mm [86mm less] |
| Width: | 1696 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1412 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2544 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1426 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1417 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 165/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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