1993 Renault Safrane vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Sunbeam Chamois 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 132 more horse power than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 860 kg more than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. 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 (235 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Sunbeam Chamois.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
| Make | Renault | Sunbeam |
| Model | Safrane | Chamois |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 875 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2090 mm |
