1978 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 De Tomaso Deauville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 De Tomaso Deauville would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 De Tomaso Deauville 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 De Tomaso Deauville. 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, 1978 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 De Tomaso Deauville | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
Model | Deauville | Safrane |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |