2005 Dodge Magnum vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 759 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (379 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Magnum | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Magnum | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1731 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 51 L |
