1998 Mazda 323 vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, both 1998 Mazda 323 and 1998 Renault Safrane were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Mazda 323. 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 323. (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mazda 323 | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | 323 | Safrane |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 38 L |