1986 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 18 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), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (138 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 592 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, 1986 Audi 100 (180 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1986 | 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 | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 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 |
