1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V is newer by 28 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 1368 kg more than 1968 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz V (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault Dauphine | 1996 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dauphine | V |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3010 mm |
