1986 Austin Montego vs. 2001 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1986 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Montego | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Montego | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2870 mm |