1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 393 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 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault Dauphine | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Renault | TVR |
| Model | Dauphine | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 57 L |
