1957 Renault Dauphine vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1989 Volvo 440 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volvo 440 (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 440 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Renault Dauphine 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440, 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, 1989 Volvo 440 (175 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1989 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Dauphine | 440 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
