1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1985 Renault Super 5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 305. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 305 would be higher. At 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 245 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (117 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Peugeot 305 | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
Make | Peugeot | Renault |
Model | 305 | Super 5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1472 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |