1980 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1980 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 13 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 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 998 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, 1980 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Ford Crown Victoria | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Crown Victoria | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2280 mm |