1996 Opel Vectra vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Vectra weights approximately 634 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Opel | Renault |
Model | Vectra | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |