1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 32 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1468 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Suburban | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2280 mm |
