1988 Nissan Cedric vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1988 Nissan Cedric is newer by 32 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Nissan Cedric (90 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 838 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Nissan Cedric (173 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Cedric | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Cedric | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2280 mm |
