1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1987 Acura Integra
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Acura Integra 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 16 more horse power than 1987 Acura Integra. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1987 Acura Integra.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Acura Integra. (139 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 1987 Acura Integra | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | Safrane | Integra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4355 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1665 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
