1997 Nissan 400 R vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 1 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 2,768 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan 400 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (234 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan 400 R | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 400 R | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
