1965 Renault Dauphine vs. 1987 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1987 Holden Commodore is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Commodore (153 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Holden Commodore weights approximately 583 kg more than 1965 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, 1987 Holden Commodore (247 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault Dauphine | 1987 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Renault | Holden |
| Model | Dauphine | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2670 mm |
