1991 Audi 100 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 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 38 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (226 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 61 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
