1952 DKW F 91 vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 DKW F 91. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 DKW F 91 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1952 DKW F 91. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1952 DKW F 91. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 635 kg more than 1952 DKW F 91. 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 DKW F 91. (63 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 DKW F 91. 1999 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1952 DKW F 91 has manual transmission. 1952 DKW F 91 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 DKW F 91 | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | DKW | Renault |
| Model | F 91 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 894 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
