2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 555 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
