1981 Avanti Avanti vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1981 Avanti Avanti. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1981 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 184 kg more than 1981 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1981 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane. 1981 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1995 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1995 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Avanti Avanti | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Avanti | Renault |
| Model | Avanti | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |
