1995 Nissan Maxima vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1995 Nissan Maxima is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 713 kg more than 1964 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 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Nissan Maxima | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Maxima | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |
