1982 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 305 kg more than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker. (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chrysler New Yorker | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | New Yorker | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
