1984 Ford Capri vs. 1998 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 Ford Capri.
Because 1984 Ford Capri 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 1984 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1984 Ford Capri (221 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Capri | 1998 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 38 L |
