2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 925 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Vel Satis | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Renault | Wartburg |
Model | Vel Satis | 312 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |