1992 Renault Safrane vs. 1994 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 60 kg more than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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 Renault Safrane (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Subaru Legacy. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Safrane | 1994 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Safrane | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
