2003 Honda HR-V vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 11 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 290 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V.
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, 1992 Renault Safrane (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda HR-V | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | HR-V | Safrane |
Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |