1970 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 925 kg more than 1970 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Corsair | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Corsair | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
