1982 Renault 9 vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1982 Renault 9. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 675 kg more than 1982 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 9. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Renault 9 | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 9 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
