1998 Dodge Stealth vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Dodge Stealth is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Stealth | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Stealth | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2280 mm |
