1974 Toyota Sprinter vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 81 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 685 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. 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 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Sprinter | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Toyota | Renault |
| Model | Sprinter | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2770 mm |
