1994 Porsche 968 vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Renault Safrane. (191 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
Because 1994 Porsche 968 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Porsche 968. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Porsche 968 | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Porsche | Renault |
Model | 968 | Safrane |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2989 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |