2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1983 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1983 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 460 kg more than 1983 Toyota Celica. 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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1983 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
