1957 Renault Dauphine vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 50 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (273 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1663 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 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine. 2007 Toyota Sequoia has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Dauphine | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
