1993 Renault Safrane vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 2 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Renault Laguna. (107 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 67 kg more than 1995 Renault Laguna. 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
