1982 Dodge 600 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1982 Dodge 600. (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1982 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Dodge 600 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1982 Dodge 600 (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 5. (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Dodge 600 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | 600 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
