1979 Lamborghini Urraco vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco.
Because 1979 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lamborghini Urraco. 2005 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 1979 Lamborghini Urraco has manual transmission. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Renault |
| Model | Urraco | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
