1992 Renault Safrane vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 19 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 188 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane. 2011 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Safrane | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Safrane | V50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2639 mm |
