1984 Peugeot 205 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 16 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 248 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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Peugeot 205 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 205 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |
