1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1996 Renault Safrane. (141 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 700 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane. 1996 Renault Safrane has automatic transmission and 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Renault Safrane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Renault |
| Model | Lagonda | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2770 mm |
