1973 Chrysler Sedan vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 4,340 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Sedan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Sedan should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Sedan weights approximately 548 kg more than 1985 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1973 Chrysler Sedan (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Sedan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Sedan | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Sedan | 5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4340 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |
