2009 Chevrolet Nubira vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 60 kg more than 1995 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, 2009 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Nubira | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Nubira | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
