1967 Renault Dauphine vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 935 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 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Renault Dauphine | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Renault | Lexus |
| Model | Dauphine | IS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |
