1993 Renault Safrane vs. 1996 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Quantum is newer by 3 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 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 59 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 445 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 1996 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safrane | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
