2005 Acura NSX vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Acura NSX is newer by 38 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (252 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura NSX weights approximately 820 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, 2005 Acura NSX (285 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura NSX | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Acura | Renault |
| Model | NSX | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
