1973 NSU 1000 vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 750 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 NSU 1000 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 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU 1000 | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | NSU | Renault |
| Model | 1000 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2770 mm |
