1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1968 Renault Dauphine is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault Dauphine (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault Dauphine should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 188 kg more than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault Dauphine | 1965 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
Make | Renault | Volkswagen |
Model | Dauphine | Karmann-Ghia |
Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 40 L |