2009 Opel Vivaro vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2009 Opel Vivaro 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 Opel Vivaro (101 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 203 kg more than 1992 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 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Opel Vivaro | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vivaro | Safrane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2770 mm |
