2004 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1995 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 509 kg more than 1995 Rover 200. 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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Renault Vel Satis | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Vel Satis | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
