1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1993 Volvo 850
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,319 cc (5 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 850 (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 75 kg more than 1993 Volvo 850.
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, 1993 Volvo 850 (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 1993 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Safrane | 850 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2319 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 73 L |