2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1964 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 846 kg more than 1964 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 Ford Mustang (529 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Mustang | 1964 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Mustang | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
