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Renault 19 Cabriolet (D53) (facelift 1992) 1.8 i RSi (107 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 It was the replacement for the 9 and 11, both of which were ageing and outdated by the end of the 1980s.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)
Cabriolet (D53) (facelift 1992) Overview:
Renault 19 (Cabriolet (D53) (facelift 1992)). With 150 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 1145 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.9 s). The top speed reaches 186 km/h. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.8 i RSi (107 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A well-balanced engine providing adequate power for daily driving and enjoyable open-top cruising, without being overly aggressive.
Fuel Economy
Offers a reasonable compromise between performance and fuel efficiency, suitable for mixed driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Classic cabriolet styling
- • Affordable open-top motoring experience
- • Variety of capable engines, including a sporty 16V option
- • Comfortable ride for its class
- • Practical boot space for a convertible
Cons:
- • Dated safety features (no Euro NCAP rating)
- • Potential for scuttle shake (common for older convertibles)
- • Interior plastics can feel cheap by modern standards
- • Rust can be an issue on older models
- • Limited rear passenger space
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I Cabriolet (D53): 1991 - 1992).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Renault |
| Model: | 19 |
| Generation: | Cabriolet (D53) (facelift 1992) |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.8 i RSi (107 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 107 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 59.6 Hp/l [worst than previous generation] |
| Torque: | 150 Nm @ 2750 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | F3P More details about the engine F3P |
| Engine displacement: | 1794 |
| 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: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Coolant: | 6.1 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 82.7 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 83.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 8.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 186 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.7 kg/Hp, 93.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.6 kg/Nm, 131 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1145 |
| Max. weight: | 1525 |
| Max load: | 380 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 360 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 255 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4162 mm mm |
| Width: | 1696 mm mm |
| Height: | 1410 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2544 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1426 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1406 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 |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 195/50 R15V |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Suspension with traction connecting levers |
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