2006 Dodge Magnum vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Magnum (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 Dodge Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Magnum | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Magnum | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 38 L |
