1984 Buick Electra vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1984 Buick Electra is newer by 20 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 4,127 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Buick Electra weights approximately 1058 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, 1984 Buick Electra (278 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1984 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Buick Electra | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Electra | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1984 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4127 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 57 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 38 L |