1998 Renault Laguna vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1998 Renault Laguna is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Laguna weights approximately 688 kg more than 1966 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, 1998 Renault Laguna (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Renault Laguna | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Renault | Renault |
Model | Laguna | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 169 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.8 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |