1954 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1965 Renault Dauphine is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 1038 kg more than 1965 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Oldsmobile 88 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Renault |
Model | 88 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1954 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5320 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2280 mm |