1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 928 kg more than 1964 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 Mercedes-Benz 280 (240 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 280 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2745 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2280 mm |
