1992 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 20 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan NP300 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Safrane | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Safrane | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2960 mm |
