1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini vs. 1991 Volvo 245
To start off, 1991 Volvo 245 is newer by 34 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 2,383 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Volvo 245 (81 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Volvo 245 (143 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini. (65 Nm). This means 1991 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine Gordini | 1991 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Dauphine Gordini | 245 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2660 mm |
