1965 Renault Dauphine vs. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic
To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic is newer by 43 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 898 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, 2008 Renault Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Renault Dauphine | 2008 Renault Grand Scenic | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Dauphine | Grand Scenic |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |