1960 Ford Taunus vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 694 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Ford Taunus 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 1960 Ford Taunus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (280 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Ford Taunus | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Taunus | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |