1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Alfa Romeo 164.
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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Renault |
| Model | 164 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2770 mm |
