1995 Ford Probe vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Ford Probe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 140 kg more than 1995 Ford Probe.
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, 1995 Ford Probe (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Probe | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Probe | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
