2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 813 kg more than 1968 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | C | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 38 L |
