2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1048 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. 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, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8. 2005 Dodge Charger has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Charger | 1968 Renault 8 | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Charger | 8 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 77 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |