1964 Renault Dauphine vs. 2001 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2001 Holden Vectra is newer by 37 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Vectra weights approximately 668 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, 2001 Holden Vectra (200 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2001 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault Dauphine | 2001 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Dauphine | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2650 mm |
