1967 Renault Dauphine vs. 2003 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (113 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 473 kg more than 1967 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, 2003 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Renault Dauphine | 2003 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Dauphine | Golf |
Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4148 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1735 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2512 mm |