1995 Renault Safrane vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane 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) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 475 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Renault Safrane | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Renault | Ford |
| Model | Safrane | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2434 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
