2003 Acura EL vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura EL weights approximately 548 kg more than 1966 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, 2003 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | EL | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 58 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |