1968 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 123 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1968 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1968 Chevrolet Camaro (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane. 1998 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Camaro has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Camaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Camaro | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Camaro | Safrane |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |