2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1958 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1958 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1958 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1958 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1958 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Vel Satis | Light |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
