1984 Audi 200 vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 200 would be higher. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1984 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Audi 200 (180 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 235 kg more than 1984 Audi 200.
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, 1984 Audi 200 (253 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane. 1996 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1984 Audi 200 has manual transmission. 1984 Audi 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 200 | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 200 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 253 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
