1967 Ford Corsair 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 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 960 kg more than 1967 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Corsair 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 Ford Corsair. 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 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Corsair | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Corsair | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |