1967 Renault Dauphine vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 2158 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 Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado | |
| Make | Renault | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dauphine | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 129 L |
