1983 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 795 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic. 1999 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2770 mm |
