1993 Renault Safrane vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1971 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 710 kg more than 1971 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault Safrane (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | 15 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
