2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 610 kg more than 1957 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Vel Satis | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Vel Satis | Crown |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2540 mm |