1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Bluebird (59 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 558 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 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Bluebird | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
