2007 Nissan Sentra vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 15 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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane.
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, 2007 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Sentra | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Sentra | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2770 mm |
