1965 Renault Dauphine vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 663 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 Skoda Octavia (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Renault Dauphine | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Renault | Skoda |
Model | Dauphine | Octavia |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |