2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 14 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 332 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2006 Chevrolet SSR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | SSR | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
