1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 35 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 773 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, 2003 Toyota Avensis (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault Dauphine | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Renault | Toyota |
Model | Dauphine | Avensis |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |