1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 45 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1416 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault Dauphine | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Renault | Chrysler |
| Model | Dauphine | 300 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 2048 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
