1966 Renault Dauphine vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 is newer by 41 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 2,400 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S60 weights approximately 910 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, 2007 Volvo S60 (350 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Dauphine | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Dauphine | S60 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
