2001 Buick Century vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2001 Buick Century is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Century weights approximately 888 kg more than 1967 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, 2001 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Century | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | Century | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |