1972 Dodge Dart 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 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Renault 5. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 525 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 5. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1983 Renault 5 | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dart | 5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |