2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1984 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Sprinter | 5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 7350 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 51 L |
