2007 Renault Megane vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Megane (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Megane | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Renault | Renault |
| Model | Megane | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
