1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2004 Renault Espace is newer by 45 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 1216 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, 2004 Renault Espace, 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, 2004 Renault Espace (350 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2004 Renault Espace 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. 2004 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Dauphine | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Dauphine | Espace |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |
