1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | 5 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
