1991 Innocenti 990 vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Innocenti 990. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Innocenti 990 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1991 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1991 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1991 Innocenti 990. 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Innocenti 990 | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | 990 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2850 mm |
