2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Vel Satis | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2380 mm |
