1984 Holden Camira vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 430 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Holden Camira | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Camira | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
