1942 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1968 Renault Dauphine is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 4,112 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Chrysler Town & Country (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1942 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1968 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Chrysler Town & Country | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Town & Country | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4112 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
