2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1991 Volvo 850
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Volvo 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Volvo 850 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (5 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 850 (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 290 kg more than 1991 Volvo 850.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volvo 850. (230 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volvo 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1991 Volvo 850 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Vel Satis | 850 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
