1995 Renault Safrane vs. 1958 Skoda 440
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (107 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Skoda 440. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1958 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 435 kg more than 1958 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Skoda 440 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 1958 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Skoda 440. (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Safrane | 1958 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Renault | Skoda |
| Model | Safrane | 440 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
