1990 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Audi 100 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 174 more horse power than 1990 Audi 100. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 585 kg more than 1990 Audi 100. 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 1990 Audi 100. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 100. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 100 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | 100 | Safrane |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |