1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Audi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Audi Coupe would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1985 Audi Coupe. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 695 kg more than 1985 Audi Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane will offer significantly more control. 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 (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi Coupe. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
