1983 Holden Statesman vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1983 Holden Statesman is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Statesman weights approximately 1088 kg more than 1966 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, 1983 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Statesman | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Statesman | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |
