1982 Audi 80 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine

To start off, 1982 Audi 80 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi 80 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi 80 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1968 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, 1982 Audi 80 (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Audi 80 1968 Renault Dauphine
Make Audi Renault
Model 80 Dauphine
Year Released 1982 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1296 cc 845 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 100 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 58 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73.4 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.2:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 930 kg 632 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 38 L


 

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