1992 Renault Safrane vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 13 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (187 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 232 kg more than 2005 Toyota RunX.
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, 2005 Toyota RunX (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Safrane | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Safrane | RunX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1178 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
