1997 Renault Safrane vs. 2012 Opel Combo
To start off, 2012 Opel Combo 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Safrane (142 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Opel Combo. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Combo.
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 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Combo. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Renault Safrane | 2012 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Renault | Opel |
| Model | Safrane | Combo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 52 L |
