1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1967 Opel Commodore is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Commodore weights approximately 538 kg more than 1965 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Commodore | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2490 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |