1994 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Fairlane (222 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 215 kg more than 1994 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1994 Ford Fairlane 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 1994 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1994 Ford Fairlane (388 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Fairlane | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 222 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2880 mm |