1978 Nissan Cedric vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1978 Nissan Cedric 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Cedric (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 718 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 Nissan Cedric (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan Cedric | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cedric | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
