1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 1980 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1980 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Renault Dauphine (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Renault Dauphine should accelerate faster than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Renault Dauphine weights approximately 97 kg more than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Renault Dauphine (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Suzuki Cervo. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Renault Dauphine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Suzuki Cervo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault Dauphine | 1980 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Renault | Suzuki |
| Model | Dauphine | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2040 mm |
