1987 Ford Meteor vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1987 Ford Meteor is newer by 19 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Meteor (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Meteor (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Meteor | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Meteor | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |