1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1992 Renault 25
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 25 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 39 more horse power than 1992 Renault 25. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 380 kg more than 1992 Renault 25. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 25. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 1992 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | 25 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
