1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (156 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 813 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Dodge Challenger (352 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Challenger | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
