1985 Audi Coupe vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1985 Audi Coupe is newer by 17 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi Coupe (136 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi Coupe weights approximately 390 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, 1985 Audi Coupe (176 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1985 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi Coupe | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | Coupe | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
