1959 Renault Dauphine vs. 2009 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2009 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 50 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 3,545 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 698 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 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 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, 2009 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2009 Toyota RAV4 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. 2009 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Renault Dauphine | 2009 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Dauphine | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 3545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 334 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |