1993 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 475 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1993 De Tomaso Bigua | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
Model | Bigua | Safrane |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 403 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |