Renault 19 Chamade (L53) (facelift 1992) 1.9 TD (90 hp)

Diesel engine with 90 hp (66 kW) and 129 lb-ft (175 Nm), built 1992–1996, sedan body, front-wheel drive. It is the most powerful diesel version of the generation.

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Power90 hp (66 kW)
Torque129 lb-ft (175 Nm)
0–62 mph11.4 s
Top speed114 mph (183 km/h)
FuelDiesel

Specifications

Engine

Engine version1.9 TD (90 hp)
Engine codeF8Q
Displacement1.9 L (1,870 cm³)
Cylinders4
Cylinder layoutInline
Engine positionFront, Transverse
Valves per cylinder2
ValvetrainOHC
Fuel systemStandard diesel injection (SDI)
Compression ratio20-5
Bore80 mm
Stroke93 mm
Engine oil capacity5.8 qt (5.5 l)

Performance

Power90 hp (66 kW) @ 4250 rpm
Torque129 lb-ft (175 Nm) @ 2250 rpm
0–62 mph (0–100 km/h)11.4 s
Top speed114 mph (183 km/h)

Fuel economy and emissions

FuelDiesel
Highway40 mpg (5.9 l/100 km)
Fuel tank14.5 gal (55 l)

Body, dimensions and weight

Body styleSedan
Doors5
Length167.2 in (4,248 mm)
Width66.8 in (1,696 mm)
Height55.6 in (1,412 mm)
Curb weight2,392 lb (1,085 kg)
Gross vehicle weight3,439 lb (1,560 kg)
Cargo volume16.4 cu ft (463 l)

Drivetrain and chassis

DriveFront-wheel drive
Gears5
SteeringHydraulic power steering
Front suspensionWishbone
Rear suspensionTorsion bar
Tires175/70 R13 H
WheelsR13
Driver assistanceABS (Anti-lock braking system)

What to check on a Renault 19 with this engine

  • On a diesel, check the particulate filter (DPF), the injectors and the dual-mass flywheel: they are the expensive repairs.
  • Test the clutch or the automatic transmission from a cold start and in the low gears.
  • Compare the odometer with the readings in the service records and in the VIN history report: a big gap means the mileage was rolled back.

Other Renault 19 Chamade (L53) (facelift 1992) engines

EngineFuelPowerCombined
1.4 i (60 hp)Gasoline60 hp (44 kW)
1.4 i (80 hp)Gasoline80 hp (59 kW)
1.4 i (80 hp) AutomaticGasoline80 hp (59 kW)
1.7 i.e. (73 hp)Gasoline73 hp (54 kW)
1.8 RSi (113 hp)Gasoline113 hp (83 kW)
1.8 i 16V (136 hp)Gasoline136 hp (100 kW)
1.8 i s (90 hp)Gasoline90 hp (66 kW)
1.9 D (64 hp)Diesel64 hp (47 kW)

← All Renault 19 Chamade (L53) (facelift 1992) engines

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