2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 1960 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2001 Mazda Tribute is newer by 41 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda Tribute (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 1153 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 2001 Mazda Tribute 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute 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, 2001 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2001 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine. 2001 Mazda Tribute 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. 2001 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 1960 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
