2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1842 kg more than 1985 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 Ram (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Ram | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2410 mm |
