1982 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1982 Pontiac Firebird 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 2,838 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Pontiac Firebird (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 704 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 Pontiac Firebird (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Pontiac Firebird | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Pontiac | Renault |
Model | Firebird | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1982 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2838 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |