1968 Honda S800 vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 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 101 more horse power than 1968 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1968 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 926 kg more than 1968 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Honda S800 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 1968 Honda S800. 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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Honda S800 | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S800 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
