1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine

To start off, 1966 Renault Dauphine is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1966 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 545 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Buick Riviera 1966 Renault Dauphine
Make Buick Renault
Model Riviera Dauphine
Year Released 1965 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6966 cc 845 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 288 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 603 Nm 58 Nm
Engine Bore Size 104.8 mm 58 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1896 kg 632 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 38 L


 

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