2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1408 kg more than 1968 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | Viano | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
