1986 Dodge Charger vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1986 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 430 kg more than 1986 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Dodge Charger | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Charger | Clio |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |