2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone 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 49 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 775 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Renault Vel Satis | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Vel Satis | Leone |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |