1973 Ford Capri vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1973 Ford Capri. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 505 kg more than 1973 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Ford Capri 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 1973 Ford Capri. 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 (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ford Capri | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Capri | Safrane |
Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1303 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2680 mm |