1989 Chrysler TC vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chrysler TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chrysler TC would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Chrysler TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chrysler TC (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chrysler TC should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 51 kg more than 1989 Chrysler TC.
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 Chrysler TC (271 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Chrysler TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chrysler TC | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | TC | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2770 mm |
