1999 Ford O21 C vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1999 Ford O21 C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Safrane 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 13 more horse power than 1999 Ford O21 C. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford O21 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Safrane weights approximately 227 kg more than 1999 Ford O21 C. 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford O21 C. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford O21 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford O21 C | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | O21 C | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 38 L |
