1971 Opel Kadett vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1971 Opel Kadett is newer by 3 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 1,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Opel Kadett (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Opel Kadett weights approximately 128 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, 1971 Opel Kadett (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel Kadett | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
