1969 Buick GS vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1993 Renault Safrane. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1993 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 350 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Buick GS 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 1969 Buick GS. 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | GS | Safrane |
Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |