1972 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1983 Renault 5
To start off, 1983 Renault 5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler Sedan (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (160 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 598 kg more than 1983 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Sedan (490 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5. 1972 Chrysler Sedan has automatic transmission and 1983 Renault 5 has manual transmission. 1983 Renault 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Chrysler Sedan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler Sedan | 1983 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Sedan | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2440 mm |
