1968 Ford Escort vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1968 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 939 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Escort (67 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 38 L |
