1976 Ford Taunus vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1976 Ford Taunus is newer by 12 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Taunus (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Taunus weights approximately 488 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, 1976 Ford Taunus (92 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1976 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Taunus | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |
