2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault 5 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 22 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1985 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Charger | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 368 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 906 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 | 72 L | 51 L |
