1991 Audi 80 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 23 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 638 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, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Audi | Renault |
| Model | 80 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 38 L |
