1989 Dodge Shadow vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1994 Renault Safrane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Dodge Shadow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Dodge Shadow would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Shadow is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Shadow (175 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Shadow should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 86 kg more than 1989 Dodge Shadow.
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 Dodge Shadow (278 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Shadow will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Dodge Shadow | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Shadow | Safrane |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1288 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |