1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2002 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 44 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 968 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 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2002 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Renault Dauphine | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | Dauphine | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1600 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
