1996 Honda Ballade vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Honda Ballade is newer by 4 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 320 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Ballade | Safrane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |