1964 Renault Dauphine vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 43 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 639 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2007 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault Dauphine | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dauphine | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1271 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |
