1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 1986 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1986 Venturi Coupe is newer by 28 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Venturi Coupe (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 623 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Venturi Coupe (296 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1986 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Renault Dauphine | 1986 Venturi Coupe | |
Make | Renault | Venturi |
Model | Dauphine | Coupe |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 296 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2410 mm |