1989 Ford Capri vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1992 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 278 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Capri | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
