1993 Renault Twingo vs. 2000 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Renault Safrane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Safrane (141 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Renault Twingo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Safrane weights approximately 715 kg more than 1993 Renault Twingo. 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, 2000 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Twingo. (90 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Twingo | 2000 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Twingo | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1239 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
