1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1997 Ford Scorpio is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Scorpio (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 924 kg more than 1965 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 Scorpio (293 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Ford Scorpio | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Scorpio | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |