2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1966 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 629 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1966 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Silverado | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6580 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 38 L |
