1985 Peugeot 604 vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Peugeot 604 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 Peugeot 604. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Peugeot 604 | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 604 | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2849 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
