1992 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 445 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Safrane |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |