1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 1994 Volvo 480
To start off, 1994 Volvo 480 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volvo 480 weights approximately 368 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, 1994 Volvo 480, 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, 1994 Volvo 480 (140 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1994 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Renault Dauphine | 1994 Volvo 480 | |
Make | Renault | Volvo |
Model | Dauphine | 480 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 140 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |