1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 8 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 1233 kg more than 1966 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Cordoba | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2280 mm |
