1989 Audi 100 vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1989 Audi 100. (118 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 175 kg more than 1989 Audi 100. 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, 1989 Audi 100 (266 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
