1970 Ford Escort vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1970 Ford Escort is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 38 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Escort weights approximately 173 kg more than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Ford Escort (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Escort | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2280 mm |
