1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2009 Renault Modus
To start off, 2009 Renault Modus is newer by 41 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Modus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Modus (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Modus should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Modus weights approximately 528 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, 2009 Renault Modus (128 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Modus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault Dauphine | 2009 Renault Modus | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Dauphine | Modus |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 49 L |
