2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1975 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 845 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen SP2. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Vel Satis | 1975 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vel Satis | SP2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1677 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
