1971 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 393 kg more than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Toronado | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 80 L |
