1957 Renault Dauphine vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 43 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (93 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 618 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 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara (181 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Dauphine | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 30 L |
