1993 Renault Safrane vs. 1975 Volvo 264
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volvo 264. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volvo 264 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 124 more horse power than 1975 Volvo 264. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1975 Volvo 264. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 225 kg more than 1975 Volvo 264. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Volvo 264. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane will offer significantly more control. 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 (370 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volvo 264. (203 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volvo 264.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Renault Safrane | 1975 Volvo 264 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Safrane | 264 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
