1993 Renault Safrane vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (168 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (37 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 615 kg more than 1966 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Renault Safrane (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Renault | Wartburg |
| Model | Safrane | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
