1977 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 155 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Jeep | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
