1964 Renault Dauphine vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 39 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 664 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault Dauphine | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dauphine | Golf |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
