1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1985 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Nova would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 785 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. 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 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 1985 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Safrane | Nova |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
