1986 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1986 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Camaro | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 45 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |