1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 17 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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 72 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Safrane | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1404 mm |
