1993 Renault Safrane vs. 1984 Saab 900
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Saab 900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Saab 900 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1984 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1984 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 395 kg more than 1984 Saab 900. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Saab 900. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 1984 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Safrane | 900 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
