2005 Opel Vectra vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine

To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra weights approximately 568 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1958 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Opel Vectra 1958 Renault Dauphine
Make Opel Renault
Model Vectra Dauphine
Year Released 2005 1958
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1909 cc 845 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 33 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 45 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 54.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 80 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1200 kg 632 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 3940 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2280 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 38 L


 

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