2008 Opel Meriva vs. 1965 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2008 Opel Meriva is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,364 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Meriva weights approximately 698 kg more than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Opel Meriva (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Meriva | 1965 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Opel | Renault |
| Model | Meriva | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.4 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 38 L |
