1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 270 kg more than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
Model | Ponton | Safrane |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |