1991 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (200 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 806 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Nova (407 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Nova | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Nova | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
