1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Because 1984 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Vel Satis has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Vel Satis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Caprice | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5032 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2870 mm |
