1981 Ford Granada vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 643 kg more than 1965 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, 1981 Ford Granada (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Granada | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Granada | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2280 mm |