2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1974 Renault Siete
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault Siete 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 89 more horse power than 1974 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 844 kg more than 1974 Renault Siete. 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault Siete.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1974 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Vel Satis | Siete |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1037 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
