1992 Dodge Viper vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1992 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Viper weights approximately 847 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Viper | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
