2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 41 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (162 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 908 kg more than 1967 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 Mitsubishi Eclipse (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
Model | Eclipse | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 162 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 38 L |