2001 Audi A3 vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2001 Audi A3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Audi A3. 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, 2001 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A3 | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | A3 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
