1972 Chrysler Charger vs. 1999 Renault Spider
To start off, 1999 Renault Spider is newer by 27 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, 1999 Renault Spider (296 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler Charger. (276 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 444 kg more than 1999 Renault Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Chrysler Charger (459 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Spider. (340 Nm @ 3120 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chrysler Charger | 1999 Renault Spider | |
Make | Chrysler | Renault |
Model | Charger | Spider |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5561 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 459 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3120 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |