2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1976 Renault 15
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 15 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (179 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 770 kg more than 1976 Renault 15. 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 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 1976 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Vel Satis | 15 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2958 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
