1993 Lancia Thema vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, both 1993 Lancia Thema and 1993 Renault Safrane were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (205 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 250 kg more than 1993 Lancia Thema.
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, 1993 Lancia Thema (298 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 1993 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1993 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1993 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Lancia Thema | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Lancia | Renault |
| Model | Thema | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
