1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1988 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Corolla 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 67 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 600 kg more than 1988 Toyota Corolla. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Corolla. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 1988 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Safrane | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |