1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (191 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Because 1987 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Avanti | Renault |
Model | Avanti | Safrane |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 277 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2770 mm |