1980 Audi Sport vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 660 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Audi | Renault |
Model | Sport | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |