1986 Ford Telstar vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1986 Ford Telstar is newer by 20 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Telstar (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Telstar weights approximately 398 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, 1986 Ford Telstar (159 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Telstar | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Telstar | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
