1978 Peugeot 305 vs. 1992 Renault 21
To start off, 1992 Renault 21 is newer by 14 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Renault 21. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 21 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1992 Renault 21 (138 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Peugeot 305 | 1992 Renault 21 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 305 | 21 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1548 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
