2004 Acura MDX vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 36 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 1414 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, 2004 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | MDX | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 38 L |
