1991 Peugeot 405 vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 405 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 405 (90 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 458 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 Peugeot 405 (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Peugeot 405 | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 405 | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
