2009 Nissan Murano vs. 1961 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 48 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1961 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1238 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 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Renault Dauphine. 2009 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 1961 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1961 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Nissan Murano | 1961 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Nissan | Renault |
Model | Murano | Dauphine |
Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 318 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 38 L |