1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 1984 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (59 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 280 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini 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 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1984 Volkswagen Passat (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1984 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
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1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | 1984 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Dauphine Gordini | Passat |
Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 65 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2560 mm |