1966 Renault Dauphine vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 46 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 941 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Renault Dauphine | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Renault | Suzuki |
Model | Dauphine | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |