1992 Renault Safrane vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 15 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 195 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Safrane | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safrane | Golf |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |
