1985 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (190 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Firebird 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 186 kg more than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1985 Pontiac Firebird 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 1985 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1985 Pontiac Firebird (325 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
