1996 Lexus ES vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1996 Lexus ES is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus ES weights approximately 898 kg more than 1966 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 Lexus ES (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lexus ES | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | ES | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
