1998 Renault Safrane vs. 1995 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 570 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. 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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Quantum.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Safrane | 1995 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Safrane | Quantum |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |