2008 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 16 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, 2008 Daihatsu YRV (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu YRV.
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 2008 Daihatsu YRV. (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu YRV. 2008 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 1992 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1992 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daihatsu YRV | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Renault |
| Model | YRV | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
