1967 Dodge Monaco vs. 2007 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Dodge Monaco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Dodge Monaco would be higher. At 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Dodge Monaco (290 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 48 kg more than 1967 Dodge Monaco.
Because 1967 Dodge Monaco 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 1967 Dodge Monaco. 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, 1967 Dodge Monaco (515 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Vel Satis.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Dodge Monaco | 2007 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Monaco | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6284 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |