1984 Renault 25 vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Renault 25 weights approximately 523 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (158 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Renault 25 | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 25 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
