1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (110 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 544 kg more than 1965 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (265 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | AMC | Renault |
Model | Gremlin | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4228 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 80 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |