2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1971 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 415 kg more than 1971 Triumph 2000. 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 (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph 2000. (136 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1971 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Vel Satis | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
