1966 Renault Dauphine vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 1093 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Dauphine | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Dauphine | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
