1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (90 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 498 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am, 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am has automatic transmission and 1958 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1958 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Renault Dauphine | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Renault | Pontiac |
Model | Dauphine | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 179 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2630 mm |