1989 Audi 100 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 21 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 2,460 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 688 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, 1989 Audi 100 (270 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2460 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
