1964 Renault Dauphine vs. 1993 Rover 800
To start off, 1993 Rover 800 is newer by 29 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 800 weights approximately 892 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, 1993 Rover 800 (225 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault Dauphine | 1993 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Renault | Rover |
| Model | Dauphine | 800 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
