2006 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1985 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 865 kg more than 1985 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Corolla. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Renault Vel Satis | 1985 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
