1965 Renault Dauphine vs. 2012 Volvo C30
To start off, 2012 Volvo C30 is newer by 47 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C30 (114 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo C30 weights approximately 819 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, 2012 Volvo C30 (270 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2012 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault Dauphine | 2012 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Dauphine | C30 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
