2008 Ford Explorer vs. 1968 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1445 kg more than 1968 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Explorer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 1968 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Ford | Renault |
| Model | Explorer | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 38 L |
