2007 Nissan Frontier vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1957 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1957 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Frontier | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Frontier | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
