2005 Dodge Viper vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 5 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1984 Renault 5. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 Renault 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 Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Viper | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Viper | 5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
