2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 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 81 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 665 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (85 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Vel Satis | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1169 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| 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 | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
