1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 878 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 Vauxhall Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault Dauphine | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Dauphine | Vectra |
Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |