1961 Renault Dauphine vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1667 kg more than 1961 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Renault Dauphine | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dauphine | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 2299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
