1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Volvo S80 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S80 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S80 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo S80 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S80 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, 2010 Volvo S80 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 2010 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1993 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1993 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Renault Safrane | 2010 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Safrane | S80 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1494 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |