1992 Porsche 964 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 Porsche 964. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 964 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 964 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 964 (261 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 320 kg more than 1992 Porsche 964.
Because 1992 Porsche 964 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 964 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, 1992 Porsche 964 (318 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 964 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Porsche 964 | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 964 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 38 L |
