1988 Opel Kadett vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1988 Opel Kadett is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Kadett (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Kadett weights approximately 375 kg more than 1967 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, 1988 Opel Kadett (195 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Kadett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Kadett | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Kadett | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1007 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
