1978 Buick Century vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,213 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 65 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Buick Century 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 1978 Buick Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Century | Safrane |
Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 2434 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |