2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 25 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 756 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Charger | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
