2005 Dodge Stratus vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2005 Dodge Stratus is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Stratus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Stratus (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Stratus should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Stratus weights approximately 685 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. 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 Stratus (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Stratus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Stratus | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Stratus | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2410 mm |
