1996 Opel Astra vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, both 1996 Opel Astra and 1996 Renault Safrane were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Opel Astra. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Opel Astra. 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Astra. (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Astra | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Astra | Safrane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |