1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 1985 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1985 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Volkswagen Polo (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 68 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 Volkswagen Polo (74 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1985 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Renault Dauphine | 1985 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Dauphine | Polo |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1043 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 74 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 59 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |