1985 Ford Mustang vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Mustang (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (98 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 230 kg more than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Because 1985 Ford Mustang 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 1985 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1985 Ford Mustang (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Mustang | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
