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 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 92 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (158 HP @ 6000 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 720 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 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 Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |