1967 Ford Cortina vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 Ford Cortina. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 615 kg more than 1967 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Cortina 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 1967 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Cortina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford Cortina | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Cortina | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 80 L |
