1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 753 kg more than 1968 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 Mercedes-Benz 240 (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 240 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |
