1993 Renault Safrane vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 945 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina. 1990 Holden Barina has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Holden Barina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Safrane | Barina |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2250 mm |
