1979 Buick Century vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 12 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Century (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 798 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, 1979 Buick Century (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Century | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |