1986 Mitsubishi Debonair vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 768 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 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Debonair | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Debonair | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
