2009 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. 1967 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 42 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 728 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, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault Dauphine. (57 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | 1967 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Grand Caravan | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
