2004 Lexus SC vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 843 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 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus SC | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Lexus | Renault |
| Model | SC | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2280 mm |
