1983 Pontiac Phoenix vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Pontiac Phoenix would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac Phoenix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 270 kg more than 1983 Pontiac Phoenix. 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, 1983 Pontiac Phoenix (181 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac Phoenix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Pontiac Phoenix | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Phoenix | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
