1964 Renault Dauphine vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 45 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 914 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (240 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Renault Dauphine | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dauphine | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
