1982 Ford Escort vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1982 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Escort (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Escort weights approximately 292 kg more than 1964 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 Ford Escort (137 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1982 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Escort | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Escort | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
