2003 Renault Megane vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2003 Renault Megane is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 688 kg more than 1968 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 Renault Megane (147 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Megane | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2280 mm |
