2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 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 102 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 506 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Vel Satis | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Vel Satis | 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
