1964 Renault Dauphine vs. 1984 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Astra is newer by 20 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Vauxhall Astra (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 208 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, 1984 Vauxhall Astra (89 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1984 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault Dauphine | 1984 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Dauphine | Astra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2520 mm |
