2005 Mazda Marathon vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Mazda Marathon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,260 cc, 2005 Mazda Marathon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Marathon (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Marathon should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Marathon weights approximately 885 kg more than 1965 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 Marathon (174 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Marathon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Marathon | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Marathon | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 843 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 10 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1517 kg | 632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
