1994 Chrysler Viper vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Viper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 5 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 620 kg more than 1980 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1994 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Viper | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | Viper | 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
