2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1958 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1958 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1958 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Express | 1958 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | Express | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 45 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 38 L |