2007 Acura TL vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Acura TL is newer by 39 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura TL weights approximately 818 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, 2007 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Acura | Renault |
Model | TL | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 258 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 38 L |