1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 37 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 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1213 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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault Dauphine | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Dauphine | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |