1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 (231 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 856 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 Mercedes-Benz 300 (273 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | 300 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
