1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 27 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 958 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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Dodge Dakota | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dakota | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |