2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (179 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 333 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Vel Satis | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
