1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2010 Mazda 3
To start off, 2010 Mazda 3 is newer by 42 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 3 weights approximately 669 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, 2010 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Renault Dauphine | 2010 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Renault | Mazda |
Model | Dauphine | 3 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 2000 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 | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 55 L |