1973 Buick Skylark vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1973 Buick Skylark is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Skylark weights approximately 973 kg more than 1964 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, 1973 Buick Skylark (366 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1973 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Skylark | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Buick | Renault |
| Model | Skylark | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
