1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 543 kg more than 1967 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 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | De Tomaso | Renault |
Model | Guara | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1997 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 402 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2280 mm |