1998 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 1063 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Trans Sport | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
