1969 Dodge Dart vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Dart (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 130 kg more than 1969 Dodge Dart.
Because 1969 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. 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, 1969 Dodge Dart (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Dart | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dart | Safrane |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |