1979 Reliant SE6 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 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1979 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 245 kg more than 1979 Reliant SE6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Reliant SE6 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 Reliant SE6. 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 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Reliant SE6 | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Reliant | Renault |
| Model | SE6 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
