1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 1994 Rover Range Rover
To start off, 1994 Rover Range Rover is newer by 35 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 4,552 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover Range Rover (225 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1588 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 1994 Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Rover Range Rover (375 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1994 Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 1994 Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Dauphine | 1994 Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Dauphine | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 4552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| 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 | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 100 L |
