1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 625 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
