2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 996 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 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 Nitro (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Nitro | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
