1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 829 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Dauphine | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Dauphine | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 83 L |
