1998 Renault Safrane vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Carina. (124 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 465 kg more than 1977 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Carina. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Safrane | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Safrane | Carina |
Year Released | 1998 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |