1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 13 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, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Charger. (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 804 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Charger | 5 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2440 mm |
