1990 Ford Probe vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1994 Renault Safrane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Probe (108 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 124 kg more than 1990 Ford Probe.
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, 1990 Ford Probe (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Probe | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Probe | Safrane |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |