1992 Renault Safrane vs. 1964 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1964 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 240 kg more than 1964 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Renault Safrane (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Renault Safrane | 1964 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Safrane | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
