1997 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 31 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1133 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, 1997 Cadillac Eldorado (405 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Cadillac Eldorado | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Cadillac | Renault |
| Model | Eldorado | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 405 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
