1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2011 Acura TSX
To start off, 2011 Acura TSX is newer by 43 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Acura TSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TSX weights approximately 942 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, 2011 Acura TSX (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault Dauphine | 2011 Acura TSX | |
| Make | Renault | Acura |
| Model | Dauphine | TSX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4714 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
