1969 Lotus Europa vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. 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 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lotus Europa | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Lotus | Renault |
| Model | Europa | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
