1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,997 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 121 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 674 kg more than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Bluebird | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
