1972 Dodge Charger vs. 2005 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2005 Renault Scenic is newer by 33 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 119 more horse power than 2005 Renault Scenic. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Renault Scenic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Scenic will offer significantly more control. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Scenic. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Charger | 2005 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Charger | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2690 mm |
