1972 Mazda Familia vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 785 kg more than 1972 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Familia | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2770 mm |
