1970 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1970 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1970 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1970 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Jeep CJ5 | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | CJ5 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2280 mm |
