2004 Ford Mondeo vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Ford Mondeo 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mondeo (224 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 907 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 Mondeo (180 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mondeo | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Ford | Renault |
Model | Mondeo | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 224 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 58 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1539 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 38 L |