1968 Mazda Familia vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 785 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. 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 (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
