1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-2x is newer by 46 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 2,458 cc, 2005 Saab 9-2x is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 9-2x (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 9-2x weights approximately 761 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 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2005 Saab 9-2x (225 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Saab 9-2x will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Dauphine | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Renault | Saab |
| Model | Dauphine | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
