2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon is newer by 40 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (283 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1658 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 2000 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine. 2000 GMC Yukon has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Yukon | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | GMC | Renault |
Model | Yukon | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 481 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2280 mm |