2006 Opel Astra vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2006 Opel Astra 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Astra weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 Renault Safrane. 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Astra | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Astra | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
