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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). 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 961 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 (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (97 Nm @ 4200 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 | 1998 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2340 mm |
