1993 Renault Safrane vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT

To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 286 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1968 Toyota 2000GT 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 1968 Toyota 2000GT. 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, 1993 Renault Safrane (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Renault Safrane 1968 Toyota 2000GT
Make Renault Toyota
Model Safrane 2000GT
Year Released 1993 1968
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 134 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 180 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 75 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1164 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1170 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 60 L


 

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