2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Vel Satis | 1988 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Vel Satis | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 3429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
