2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1970 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,253 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Crown. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 406 kg more than 1970 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Crown. (174 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1970 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Crown |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
