2005 Nissan Maxima vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 946 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 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Maxima | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Maxima | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
