1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 1982 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1982 Triumph Acclaim is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Triumph Acclaim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Triumph Acclaim should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Triumph Acclaim weights approximately 184 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Triumph Acclaim, 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, 1982 Triumph Acclaim (245 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1982 Triumph Acclaim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Dauphine | 1982 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Renault | Triumph |
| Model | Dauphine | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2330 mm |
