1981 Dodge Mirada vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1981 Dodge Mirada is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1981 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1981 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Dodge Mirada | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Mirada | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 45 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 54.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2280 mm |