1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 754 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 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (224 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine. 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Renault Dauphine | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Dauphine | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
