1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2005 Volvo V70 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V70 weights approximately 1048 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 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 Volvo V70 (320 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2005 Volvo V70 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. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Renault Dauphine | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Dauphine | V70 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
