2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1994 Renault 21
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault 21 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 63 more horse power than 1994 Renault 21. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 930 kg more than 1994 Renault 21. 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 1994 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Vel Satis | 21 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2187 cc | 1719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
