1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 868 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLK | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
