1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Marcos 1600 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Marcos 1600 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 900 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Because 1967 Marcos 1600 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 Marcos 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (234 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Marcos | Renault |
| Model | 1600 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2770 mm |
