1994 Renault Safrane vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,783 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1994 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane. 1998 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Safrane | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Safrane | S80 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2670 mm |
