1978 Toyota Starlet 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 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 750 kg more than 1978 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Toyota Starlet 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 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Starlet. 1996 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1978 Toyota Starlet has manual transmission. 1978 Toyota Starlet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Toyota Starlet | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Toyota | Renault |
Model | Starlet | Safrane |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |