1994 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Safrane (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 554 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo 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 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Safrane | 2010 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Renault | Smart |
| Model | Safrane | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1867 mm |
