1998 Renault Safrane vs. 1980 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Gamma (117 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Renault Safrane. (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 380 kg more than 1980 Lancia Gamma.
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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Gamma. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Safrane | 1980 Lancia Gamma | |
Make | Renault | Lancia |
Model | Safrane | Gamma |
Year Released | 1998 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |