1995 Dodge Viper vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 1995 Dodge Viper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Viper (359 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Viper weights approximately 572 kg more than 1982 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, 1995 Dodge Viper (621 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Viper | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | 5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 359 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 621 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 | 1542 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
