1975 Mazda Familia vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Safrane weights approximately 780 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 Renault Safrane (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Familia | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Familia | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1271 cc | 2946 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2770 mm |
