2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1982 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Camry. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 560 kg more than 1982 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Camry. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 1982 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Camry |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2610 mm |
