2002 Mazda 2 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2002 Mazda 2 is newer by 9 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 325 kg more than 2002 Mazda 2. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda 2 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | 2 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.6 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
