1966 Renault Dauphine vs. 2012 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC90 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC90 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 1523 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Dauphine | 2012 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Renault | Volvo |
| Model | Dauphine | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
