2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (163 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 905 kg more than 1975 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Publica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
