1964 Renault Dauphine vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 796 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 Passat (155 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dauphine | Passat |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
