1993 Renault Safrane vs. 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 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 41 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 1998 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Safrane | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 30 L |
