1993 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1993 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 35 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 978 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, 1993 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1993 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Thunderbird | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Thunderbird | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
