2004 Honda HR-V vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V. 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 (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda HR-V | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | HR-V | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| 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 | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 80 L |
