1996 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 38 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (197 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 878 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.
Because 1958 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Verada (301 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1958 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1958 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mitsubishi Verada | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Verada | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3497 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 45 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2280 mm |