1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 15 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 640 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 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 (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Dart | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |