1987 Porsche 924 vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 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 465 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924.
Because 1987 Porsche 924 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 1987 Porsche 924. 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Porsche 924. (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Porsche 924 | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Porsche | Renault |
| Model | 924 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2479 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 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 | 1195 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
