1996 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Civic | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
