1981 Renault 9 vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 734 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Renault 9 | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 9 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1721 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2630 mm |
