2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1995 Renault Safrane
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault Safrane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault Safrane would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Renault Safrane. (107 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Safrane weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1995 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mustang | Safrane |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 155 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |