1996 Renault Safrane vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 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 29 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 545 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Safrane | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Safrane | 124 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
