1992 Renault Safrane vs. 2009 Proton Satria
To start off, 2009 Proton Satria is newer by 17 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, 2009 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 251 kg more than 2009 Proton Satria.
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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Satria. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Satria.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Renault Safrane | 2009 Proton Satria | |
Make | Renault | Proton |
Model | Safrane | Satria |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1159 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |