1998 Abarth Stola vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Abarth Stola is newer by 5 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Stola (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (188 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 780 kg more than 1998 Abarth Stola.
Because 1998 Abarth Stola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Stola 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, 1998 Abarth Stola (345 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Abarth Stola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane. 1993 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Stola has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Stola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Abarth Stola | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Abarth | Renault |
Model | Stola | Safrane |
Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |