1992 Renault Safrane vs. 2004 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Toyota Previa is newer by 12 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Previa (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Previa weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Renault Safrane. 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, 2004 Toyota Previa (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Renault Safrane | 2004 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Safrane | Previa |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |