2003 Dodge Viper vs. 1979 Renault 5
To start off, 2003 Dodge Viper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault 5 would be higher. At 8,195 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1979 Renault 5. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Viper weights approximately 553 kg more than 1979 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, 2003 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Viper | 1979 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | 5 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8195 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1523 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
