1984 Audi 90 vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Audi 90 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 77 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 524 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 90 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
