1979 Holden GTS vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Holden GTS weights approximately 105 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Holden GTS 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 1979 Holden GTS. 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, 1979 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Holden GTS | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | GTS | Safrane |
Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |