1986 Renault Super 5 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 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 945 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Renault Super 5 | 2001 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Super 5 | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 956 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |