1997 Nissan Rasheen vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1997 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,837 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Rasheen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Rasheen (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Rasheen weights approximately 658 kg more than 1968 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 Nissan Rasheen (160 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Nissan Rasheen | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Rasheen | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1837 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |