1987 Renault 5 vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine

To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1956 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Renault 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Renault 5 1956 Renault Dauphine
Make Renault Renault
Model 5 Dauphine
Year Released 1987 1956
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1397 cc 845 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 33 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 165 Nm 46 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 76 mm 54.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77 mm 80 mm
Top Speed 193 km/hour 111 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 858 kg 632 kg
Vehicle Length 3600 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 38 L


 

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