1977 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (114 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 975 kg more than 1977 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Honda Civic | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Safrane |
Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 80 L |