1973 GMC Jimmy vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1973 GMC Jimmy is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 1218 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC Jimmy 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, 1973 GMC Jimmy (345 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1973 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine. 1973 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1958 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1958 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Jimmy | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | GMC | Renault |
| Model | Jimmy | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
