2005 Dodge Charger vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 2005 Dodge Charger is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 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 218 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (122 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Charger weights approximately 628 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Charger | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Charger | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 34 L |
