1978 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1038 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 Chevrolet Caprice (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Caprice | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Caprice | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |