2004 Ford Explorer vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Ford Explorer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 666 kg more than 1967 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 Ford Explorer (382 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 38 L |
