1989 Porsche 911 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 195 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Porsche 911 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 911 | Safrane |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3163 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |