1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 354 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Charger | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Charger | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5561 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
