1993 Renault Safrane vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 20 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 64 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Safrane | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Safrane | Jetta |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2651 mm |