1995 Renault Safrane vs. 1994 Mazda Midge
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda Midge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda Midge would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1994 Mazda Midge. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda Midge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 485 kg more than 1994 Mazda Midge. 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda Midge. (156 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda Midge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Safrane | 1994 Mazda Midge | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Safrane | Midge |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2435 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
