1986 Dodge Charger vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1986 Dodge Charger is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Dodge Charger (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Dodge Charger weights approximately 335 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. 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, 1986 Dodge Charger (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Dodge Charger | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Charger | 5 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |
