1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Renault 5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 995 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Dodge Charger is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Dodge Charger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Charger | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
