2001 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1989 Rover Montego
To start off, 2001 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Rover Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Rover Montego 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 31 more horse power than 1989 Rover Montego. (117 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1989 Rover Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 Rover Montego. 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 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Rover Montego. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Rover Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Vel Satis | 1989 Rover Montego | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Vel Satis | Montego |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2580 mm |
