1967 Renault Dauphine vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 600 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 880 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 761 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Renault Dauphine | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
Model | Dauphine | Corvette |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 818 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |