2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
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 Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (235 HP) has 175 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 854 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. 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 (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
