1997 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 123 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier (211 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Cavalier | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Cavalier | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
