1988 Renault 25 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1988 Renault 25 is newer by 20 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 25 weights approximately 548 kg more than 1968 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 Renault 25 (164 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Renault 25 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | 25 | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |