1998 Renault Safrane vs. 1987 Renault 4
To start off, 1998 Renault Safrane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 4 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 107 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Safrane weights approximately 830 kg more than 1987 Renault 4. 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 (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Renault Safrane | 1987 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Safrane | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1987 |
| 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 | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
