1994 Ford Probe vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Ford Probe. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Probe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 Ford Probe. 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, 1994 Ford Probe (212 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Probe | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Probe | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
