1984 Dodge Charger vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1984 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Renault 19 (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Charger | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Charger | 19 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
