1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (114 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 670 kg more than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1975 Lancia Stratos 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 1975 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (234 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Stratos. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Stratos.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Lancia Stratos | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Lancia | Renault |
Model | Stratos | Safrane |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |