1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2006 Saturn ION

To start off, 2006 Saturn ION is newer by 38 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn ION (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn ION weights approximately 779 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, 2006 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Renault Dauphine 2006 Saturn ION
Make Renault Saturn
Model Dauphine ION
Year Released 1968 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 845 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 38 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 197 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 58 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 80 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 632 kg 1411 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2280 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 38 L 49 L


 

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