2009 Hyundai Accent vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 17 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, 2009 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Accent 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Accent | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Hyundai | Renault |
| Model | Accent | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |
