1967 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 210 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle 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 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle (563 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Chevelle | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6478 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
