2002 Holden Vectra vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2002 Holden Vectra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Holden Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Vectra weights approximately 898 kg more than 1965 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, 2002 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Holden Vectra | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Vectra | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2280 mm |