2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Renault 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Charger | 10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 38 L |
