1992 Renault 19 vs. 1997 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1997 Renault Safrane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Safrane (142 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Renault Safrane weights approximately 510 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault 19 | 1997 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 19 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |
