1988 Ford Meteor vs. 2006 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Meteor.
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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Meteor. 2006 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 1988 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1988 Ford Meteor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Meteor | 2006 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Meteor | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
