1986 Peugeot 309 vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 309 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1965 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 Peugeot 309 (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Peugeot 309 | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Peugeot | Renault |
Model | 309 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1986 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1294 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |