2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Seat Ibiza 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 94 more horse power than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (44 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1984 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 834 kg more than 1984 Seat Ibiza. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ibiza. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Renault | Seat |
| Model | Vel Satis | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 129 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
