1957 Renault Dauphine vs. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 54 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 1131 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour, 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Renault Dauphine | 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Dauphine | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1763 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
