2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1951 Triumph Renown
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1951 Triumph Renown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1951 Triumph Renown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 408 kg more than 1951 Triumph Renown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Triumph Renown. (147 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Triumph Renown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1951 Triumph Renown | |
| Make | Dodge | Triumph |
| Model | Charger | Renown |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
