1964 Renault Dauphine vs. 1981 Volkswagen Santana
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Santana is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Santana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Santana should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Santana weights approximately 393 kg more than 1964 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Volkswagen Santana (100 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1981 Volkswagen Santana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Renault Dauphine | 1981 Volkswagen Santana | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Dauphine | Santana |
Year Released | 1964 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 100 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |