1993 Renault Safrane vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (98 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 75 kg more than 1965 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Toyota Crown 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 1965 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1965 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Renault Safrane | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Safrane | Crown |
Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2599 cc |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |