1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 2008 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2008 Saturn Vue is newer by 50 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saturn Vue weights approximately 1103 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, 2008 Saturn Vue, 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, 2008 Saturn Vue (226 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2008 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine. 2008 Saturn Vue 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. 2008 Saturn Vue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Renault Dauphine | 2008 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Renault | Saturn |
Model | Dauphine | Vue |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 226 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |