2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine

To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2,606 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Drifter weights approximately 713 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 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda Drifter 1967 Renault Dauphine
Make Mazda Renault
Model Drifter Dauphine
Year Released 2005 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2606 cc 845 cc
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 206 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 8.0:1
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1345 kg 632 kg
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 38 L


 

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