1975 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Honda Civic | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Civic | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |