1968 Renault Dauphine vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 1294 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 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Renault Dauphine | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | Dauphine | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1926 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
