1990 Ford Laser vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1990 Ford Laser is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Laser weights approximately 373 kg more than 1965 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, 1990 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Laser | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Laser | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1990 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |