1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 47 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 1257 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna, 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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (343 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine. 2005 Toyota Sienna 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. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Renault Dauphine | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Dauphine | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1889 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
