2004 Mazda MPV vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Mazda MPV 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MPV (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda MPV weights approximately 948 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 Mazda MPV (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MPV | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | MPV | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
