1998 Renault Safrane vs. 1983 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Safrane (113 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Camry. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 620 kg more than 1983 Toyota Camry. 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, 1998 Renault Safrane (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Camry. (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Safrane | 1983 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Safrane | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
