1996 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 160 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Renault Safrane | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Renault | Mitsubishi |
Model | Safrane | Lancer |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 59 L |