2008 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 15 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. Both 2008 Honda Civic and 1993 Renault Safrane are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 136 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic.
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, 2008 Honda Civic (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Civic | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
