2005 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 1073 kg more than 1959 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis, 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 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2005 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 1959 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1959 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Renault Vel Satis | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Vel Satis | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
