2008 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 49 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1228 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2008 Buick LaCrosse (305 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2008 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine. 2008 Buick LaCrosse 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. 2008 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Buick LaCrosse | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Buick | Renault |
Model | LaCrosse | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 45 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 38 L |