1993 Renault Safrane vs. 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 231 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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, 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle (165 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm). This means 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 1994 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safrane | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1139 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
