1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 163 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 825 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2280 mm |
