1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (91 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 198 kg more than 1967 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, 1976 Chrysler Valiant (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Valiant | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
