1985 Renault 5 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 5 (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 428 kg more than 1985 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 5 (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Renault 5 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Renault | Dodge |
| Model | 5 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1526 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 51 L |
