2005 Mazda AZ vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2005 Mazda AZ is newer by 12 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Renault Safrane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda AZ | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | AZ | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
