1999 Renault Safrane vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 1999 Renault Safrane is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 175 kg more than 1999 Renault Safrane.
Because 1970 Toyota Century 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 1970 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1970 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Safrane. 1970 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Safrane has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Safrane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Safrane | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Safrane | Century |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
