2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1959 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Voyager 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Voyager (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 1283 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 Chrysler Voyager, 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 Chrysler Voyager (218 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 1959 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Voyager | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 38 L |
