2009 Nissan Grand Livina vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 16 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. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Grand Livina should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 38 kg more than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina.
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, 1993 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Grand Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Grand Livina | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Grand Livina | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
