1964 Renault Dauphine vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 41 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 915 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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault Dauphine | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dauphine | Passat |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
