1995 Renault Safrane vs. 1978 Renault Siete
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault Siete would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1978 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 679 kg more than 1978 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Safrane | 1978 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | Siete |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2434 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |
