1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2002 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2002 Subaru Forester is newer by 34 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Forester (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Subaru Forester weights approximately 753 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, 2002 Subaru Forester (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault Dauphine | 2002 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Renault | Subaru |
Model | Dauphine | Forester |
Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 176 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 | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |