1971 Nissan President vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 280 kg more than 1971 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Nissan President 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 1971 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Nissan President | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | President | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |