1978 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 11 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 6,964 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1598 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, 1978 Cadillac Eldorado (433 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Cadillac Eldorado | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Cadillac | Renault |
Model | Eldorado | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6964 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2280 mm |