1988 Opel Vectra vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra 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 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Vectra (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Opel Vectra weights approximately 488 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, 1988 Opel Vectra, 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Vectra | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Vectra | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
