1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 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 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (305 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |
