1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta 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 181 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 875 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta. 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 1981 Ford Fiesta. 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 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Fiesta | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
