2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1982 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Renault 5 would be higher. At 8,284 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1982 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 576 kg more than 1982 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 Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1982 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8284 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
