2004 Nissan Frontier vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1957 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 Nissan Frontier (274 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Frontier | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3278 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 274 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 38 L |
