2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 968 kg more than 1961 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | X-Trail | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 38 L |
