1995 Renault Safrane vs. 1985 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1995 Renault Safrane is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Safrane (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 629 kg more than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Renault Safrane is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Renault Safrane (365 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Volkswagen Passat. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Renault Safrane | 1985 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Safrane | Passat |
Year Released | 1995 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2963 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2560 mm |