1979 Lada 1200 vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lada 1200 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 203 more horse power than 1979 Lada 1200. (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1979 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 730 kg more than 1979 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lada 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane will offer significantly more control. 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lada 1200 | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Lada | Renault |
| Model | 1200 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 80 L |
