1985 Renault 18 vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1985 Renault 18 is newer by 19 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 18 weights approximately 353 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, 1985 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 18 | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | 18 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
