2005 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 1028 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 Chevrolet Lumina (460 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Lumina | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5799 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
