1997 Ford Falcon vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1997 Ford Falcon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1042 kg more than 1964 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 Ford Falcon (515 Nm) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Falcon | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Falcon | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 38 L |
