1995 Mazda RX-01 vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 2,614 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (220 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 270 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-01.
Because 1995 Mazda RX-01 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 1995 Mazda RX-01. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1995 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mazda RX-01 | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX-01 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2614 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2770 mm |
