2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1307 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 Ford Freestar (325 Nm) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Freestar | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 38 L |
