2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 1980 Renault 5
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 is newer by 24 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler 300 (247 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1980 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 845 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, 2004 Chrysler 300 (360 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler 300 | 1980 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | 300 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |
