1966 Renault Dauphine vs. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 40 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 1672 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, 2006 Volkswagen Multivan (315 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Dauphine | 2006 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dauphine | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
