2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 693 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Renault |
| Model | PT Cruiser | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 51 L |
