1994 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2012 Renault Trafic is newer by 18 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Trafic.
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, 2012 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Renault Safrane | 2012 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3100 mm |
