2003 Renault Clio vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 10 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 (106 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Renault Clio. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio. 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 (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Clio | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
