1999 Renault Scenic vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Scenic (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 678 kg more than 1964 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 Renault Scenic (127 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 1999 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Renault Scenic | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Scenic | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.8 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
