1997 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Renault Safrane would be higher. Both 1997 Renault Safrane and 2012 Opel Astra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Renault Safrane. (142 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1997 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Astra weights approximately 100 kg more than 1997 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Safrane | 2012 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Safrane | Astra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
