1997 Holden Nova vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1997 Holden Nova is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Holden Nova.
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, 1992 Renault Safrane (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Nova | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Nova | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
